Angelica Iriarte

The Spanish Socialist Workers’ Party (PSOE) is experiencing one of its most sensitive internal crises concerning the handling of the so-called “Salazar case.” This scandal involves allegations of sexual harassment and abuse of power linked to former Moncloa adviser Paco Salazar and his associate, Antonio Hernández. Both individuals, until recently, were integral members of the Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's inner circle, who is presently encircled by multiple corruption cases.Who is Paco Salazar and what is he accused ofFrancisco José “Paco” Salazar, a veteran member of the PSOE from Seville, served as the mayor of Montellano and subsequently became a member…

Seven days before the general elections, Honduras is experiencing a period of high political tension. The LIBRE Party, currently in power, is at the center of allegations of alleged attempts at electoral fraud, causing concern among the opposition, political analysts, and both national and international observer organizations.Various sectors have reported irregularities in the pre-election scenario, including pressure on key institutions, the political use of state resources, and rhetoric that could prepare the population to question the results if they do not favor the ruling party. Although LIBRE has rejected these accusations, the level of mistrust remains high.One political analyst consulted…

The political scene in Honduras experienced a notable increase in tension on Monday, following opposition leader Salvador Nasralla's public assertion that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro could be trying to influence the general elections scheduled for November 30.During a press conference, Nasralla mentioned the existence of “worrying movements and signs” that, according to him, would indicate possible foreign intervention in the electoral process. Although he did not present concrete evidence, he called for maximum vigilance both nationally and internationally. "The Honduran people will not allow external forces to influence their democracy. We are seeing patterns reminiscent of manipulation practices in other…

Preliminary results from the Honduran general elections reveal a significant setback for political forces aligned with the Sao Paulo Forum in the region. The LIBRE Party, identified by opposition factions as a component of this ideological bloc, failed to retain public support, with its presidential candidate trailing considerably behind the primary contenders. Analysts interpret this outcome as a reversal for socialist-oriented projects or ambitious state restructuring plans.Message from the Electorate and Public ConcernsDuring the election campaign, various political and economic actors expressed concern about certain proposals from the ruling party, especially those related to the refounding of the state, increased…

The recent defeat of the LIBRE Party in the general elections marks a turning point in national politics and places former president Manuel “Mel” Zelaya at the center of a debate about the continuity of his leadership. According to analysts and leaders, the result represents a significant blow to the political figure who has exercised sustained control over the organization since his return to public life in 2011.For more than a decade, Zelaya coordinated strategies, defined candidacies, and consolidated his influence over the internal structure of LIBRE, becoming the party's leading voice. However, the electoral performance shows a loss of…

The proposal by ruling party candidate Rixi Moncada to eliminate the Credit Bureau generated significant rejection among different sectors of society, directly influencing the decline in her electoral support. The initiative, promoted during the LIBRE campaign, sought to facilitate immediate access to credit, arguing that the institution “oppresses the most vulnerable sectors.”Reactions from experts and financial sectorsMoncada's proposal was met with reservations by economists and actors in the financial system. Consultants and analysts warned that its implementation would be impractical, increasing financial uncertainty and weakening mechanisms for assessing borrowers' creditworthiness.According to one of the specialists consulted, "the proposal was perceived…